Stuffed Cabbage (holubtsi) Recipe
Choice of meatless (rice with sauerkraut and mushroom) or Meat (ground pork and rice) smothered in our homemade mushroom gravy or savory tomato sauce. Served with one side dish.
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Ingredients
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For Meatless Stuffed Cabbage
For Meat Stuffed Cabbage
For Mushroom Gravy or Tomato Sauce
Method
Preparation of Cabbage
- 1
Prepare the Cabbage
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Carefully remove the core from the cabbage and place the whole head in boiling water for about 5-7 minutes until the leaves are tender. Remove and let cool. Carefully peel off the leaves.
Filling Preparation
- 2
Prepare the Filling
For meatless: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onions and garlic until translucent. Add mushrooms, cook until soft. Mix with rice, sauerkraut, salt, pepper, and dill. For meat: In a skillet, sauté onions and garlic, then mix with ground pork and rice, adding salt, pepper, and paprika.
Assembly
- 3
Stuff the Cabbage
Place about 2-3 tablespoons of filling in each cabbage leaf. Roll tightly, tucking in the sides. Repeat until all filling is used.
Cooking
- 4
Cook the Cabbage Rolls
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). In a large baking dish, lay some cabbage leaves on the bottom. Place stuffed cabbage rolls seam-side down. Pour mushroom gravy or tomato sauce over the rolls and cover with foil. Bake for 1 hour.
Serving
- 5
Serve
Remove from oven and let cool slightly. Serve warm with your choice of side dish.
